Colcha

1935/1942

Majel G. Claflin

Associated Names
Majel G. Claflin

Artist, American, 1893 - 1941

The image portrays a series of abstract arcs and curved lines in a repeated pattern. The arcs feature a range of colors such as blue, brown, yellow, pink, and green. Within the arcs, there are diamond and semicircular shapes with stylized floral patterns resembling sunflowers. The semicircles also contain triangular brown forms resembling mountain peaks. The overall design resembles a harmonious, decorative pattern similar to a quilt or tapestry.

Media Options

This object’s media is free and in the public domain. Read our full Open Access policy for images.
Not on view See artworks now on view

Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gouache and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 45.9 x 71.3 cm (18 1/16 x 28 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 48" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.13760

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: CLAFLIN - TAOS - COLCHA #7.

Wikidata ID

Q64594754

You may be interested in

Loading Results